Cost of Living Calculator - Martinez, California vs Waco, Texas


The cost of living in Waco, Texas is 49.1% cheaper than Martinez, California.

You would need a salary of $38,202 in Waco, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Martinez, California.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Waco, Texas is cheaper than Martinez, California
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
72% cheaper in Waco
than in Martinez, California
Martinez, CA vs Waco, TX
Compared to Martinez, Waco is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  49.1% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  15.9% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  79.6% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  8.2% higher
  Commute
  41.6% lower
  Health
  16.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  14.2% lower

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